Shakira’s 49th birthday arrived wrapped in music, memories, and a message that quickly caught public attention. Just days after her sons Milan and Sasha celebrated their own birthdays, the Colombian superstar marked another year of life while fans revisited a recent viral moment involving her family and one of her closest friends, Alejandro Sanz.
The timing mattered. The birthday celebration came shortly after a widely shared comment made by Shakira’s children about Sanz’s partner surfaced online. Against that backdrop, Sanz’s public dedication felt especially personal and meaningful, reminding audiences of the long history and genuine affection between the two artists.
A Birthday Message That Spoke Volumes
On February 2, Sanz took to Instagram to celebrate Shakira turning 49. “Bailar la vida, contigo, siempre. Mi Shaki, mi planeta favorito, orbita otra vuelta al sol. Feliz cumple amiga,” he wrote, adding a heart emoji. Translated into English, the message read, “Dancing through life, with you, always. My Shaki, my favorite planet completes another orbit around the sun. Happy birthday, my friend.”
The post did not go unnoticed. Fans quickly connected it to the recent attention surrounding the documentary moment that involved Shakira, her sons, and Sanz’s personal life.
Music, Friendship, and a Shared History on Stage
Sanz paired his message with an image of the two artists dancing together onstage, a snapshot of joy that captured their natural chemistry. Shakira appeared barefoot, wearing a long dress with sheer details and cutouts, her curly hair loose and unmistakable. Sanz wore an all-black outfit, punctuated by white shoes.
The moment was set to “Bésame,” a song the pair released in May of last year. The track represented a new era of collaboration, arriving two decades after their global success with “La Tortura” in 2005 and their later duet “Te Lo Agradezco Pero No” in 2007. Few musical partnerships have sustained that kind of creative connection over such a long stretch of time.
The photo itself came from the opening show of Shakira’s “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour” in the United States. On May 13, audiences in Charlotte, North Carolina, watched as she surprised fans by inviting Sanz onstage at Bank of America Stadium. Weeks later, on June 6, they reunited again at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, proving that their onstage chemistry remains as strong as ever.
A Compliment That Stole the Show in Miami
During the Miami performance, Shakira offered a line that quickly became a fan favorite. She introduced Sanz with a smile and said, “Lo más bello que ha parido España después de mis hijos,” which translates to, “The most beautiful thing Spain has produced after my children.” She then hugged him and added, “te quiero.”
The comment underscored the affection between them and reinforced why moments like Sanz’s birthday message resonate so strongly with fans. This is not a manufactured friendship for the spotlight. It is a bond built through years of collaboration, mutual respect, and shared creative milestones.
The Comment From Shakira’s Sons That Sparked Attention
Public interest intensified after the January 27 premiere of the Movistar+ documentary series “Cuando Nadie Me Ve.” The project follows Sanz during what is described as “a key moment of personal and creative transformation,” offering a look at his life beyond the stage.
One scene quickly went viral. In it, Shakira meets Sanz alongside Candela Márquez. During the encounter, Shakira shared an observation from her children. “Me dicen mis hijos: ‘¡Es igual a ti la novia de Alejandro!’” which in English translates to, “My kids tell me, ‘Alejandro’s girlfriend looks just like you!’”
Sanz reacted with visible surprise, looking between the two women. While it appeared to be the first in-person meeting between Shakira and Márquez, Shakira and her sons already knew about the relationship through media coverage at the time.
Taken together, the documentary clip and Sanz’s birthday message offer a revealing snapshot of how public figures navigate friendship, family, and constant attention. Shakira’s children spoke with the unfiltered honesty of kids, Sanz responded with warmth and humor, and the birthday tribute brought the focus back to music and mutual admiration.